Virginia Tech
I am a senior majoring in Animal and Poultry Sciences!
My name is Fatima! I am involved in many ways on campus such as being the president and founder of the baking club, a school of animal sciences ambassador, and an undergraduate researcher in two laboratories.
About me
- GenderFemale
- Current academic yearSenior
- Age21
- Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
- Academic focusBiology
- Personality typeSomewhat extroverted
- College experience ratingAmazing
Tour type
- Campus tour
- Video chat
Hometown
Alexandria, VA
Major(s)
Animal and Poultry Sciences
Extracurriculars activities
- Greek life
- Club/Organization
- Job/Internship
- ROTC
- NCAA varsity sport
- Recreational sport
- Student government
- Community service
- Religious/Cultural group
- Art/Music/Performance
- Study abroad
- Other
Clubs, organizations & involvement
Ambassador, School of Animal Sciences (Oct. 2024 - present) Founder/President, Baking Club at Virginia Tech (Sept. 2024 - present) Member, Collegiate 4-H (Aug. 2024- present) Dancer, Ballet Project at Virginia Tech (Aug. 2024 - present) Member, Collegiate Beef Leadership Council (Nov. 2023 - present) Third Place Finalist, Little International Livestock Competition (April 2024) Volunteer, Association of Muslim Volunteers (Aug. 2022 - present)
Housing experience
- Dorm
- Off-campus house or apartment
- Fraternity or sorority house
- Home (Commuter)
- Other
Describe your college experience
Transitioning to college was certainly a new challenge that I, like most other students, felt was overwhelming. Luckily, it wasn’t long til I found multiple communities that made me feel welcome. From student organizations to group-work, I have found many groups of friends.
Tip for future students
My number one tip would be to put yourself out there! Don’t be embarrassed to join a bunch of clubs or talk to new people—you could find your lifelong friends this way! I wish that I’d been told that everyone feels shy and awkward, not just you!
Favorite class
My favorite class has been host microbe interactions because it was super relevant to my other classes and my professor was great!
Career goals
After college I hope to pursue a masters degree in a science-related field. Post graduation, I hope to work as a scientist!
Ideal way to spend a free night
I love to spend a free night in! You can catch me watching a movie, cooking a delicious dinner, and snuggling up with my cat, Azia.
High school or secondary school
Thomas Edison High School, Alexandria, VA
Meeting point
Underneath the Torgersen Bridge on the Virginia Tech campus